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AZITHROMYCIN-500MG
Abbott Healthcare Pvt Ltd
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Not Returnable
Apr-24
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Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

16th Floor, Godrej BKC, Plot – C, “G” Block, Bandra-Kurla Complex, Bandra (East), Mumbai – 400 051, India
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FAQs

Do not take antacids that contain aluminium or magnesium hydroxide within 2 hours before or after you take Azikem 500 mg Tablet 3's. These antacids can interact with Azikem 500 mg Tablet 3's and make them less effective when taken at the same time.
Never stop the treatment with Azikem 500 mg Tablet 3's on your own as the infection may come back again (relapse) if the prescribed treatment is not completely taken. Before stopping Azikem 500 mg Tablet 3's once discuss this with your doctor.
If you forget to take Azikem 500 mg Tablet 3's, take your dose as soon as possible. If it is almost time for the next dose, just skip that dose and take the next one when it is due. If in doubt, please contact your doctor. Do not take a double dose to make up for a forgotten dose
Azikem 500 mg Tablet 3's contains lactose monohydrate so if you have intolerance towards sugars, consult your doctor before starting Azikem 500 mg Tablet 3's.
Azikem 500 mg Tablet 3's can cause diarrhoea, which may be a sign of a new infection. If you have diarrhoea that is watery or bloody, call your doctor. Do not use anti-diarrhoea medicine unless your doctor tells you to.
You should avoid taking Azikem 500 mg Tablet 3's if you have colitis (intestine inflammation), heart rhythm disorder, liver disease (like jaundice), and muscle problem (like myasthenia gravis). Contact your doctor if you have these conditions before taking Azikem 500 mg Tablet 3's.
No, it is a Schedule H drug that can be taken only if your doctor has prescribed it. Taking it on your own or self-medication can cause unwanted side-effects and lead to antibiotic resistance thereby lowering its efficiency.
Yes in some cases, people using Azikem 500 mg Tablet 3's may get a fungal skin infection known as thrush. It happens because Azikem 500 mg Tablet 3's also kills harmless bacteria that protects against thrush.
Clinical evidence suggests that Azikem 500 mg Tablet 3's does not affect the working of any oral birth control pills and contraceptives devices.

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Alcohol

Safe if prescribed

Azikem 500 mg Tablet 3's should not be taken until prescribed if you are taking alcohol. Keep your doctor informed if you drink alcohol.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

There is insufficient information available about the use of Azikem 500 mg Tablet 3's during pregnancy. Therefore you should not use Azikem 500 mg Tablet 3's during pregnancy unless explicitly advised by your doctor.

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

Azikem 500 mg Tablet 3's is partially passed through the mother’s milk, therefore it should not be used if you are breastfeeding.

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Driving

Safe if prescribed

There are no data available about the influence of Azikem 500 mg Tablet 3's on the ability to drive or operate machines. However, Azikem 500 mg Tablet 3's may cause dizziness and seizures so make sure you are not affected before driving or operating machinery.

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Liver

Caution

You should tell your doctor if you have liver problems as your doctor may need to alter the normal dose.

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Kidney

Caution

You should tell your doctor if you have kidney problems as your doctor may need to alter the normal dose.

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Children

Caution

Safety and effectiveness in the treatment of patients under 6 months of age have not been established. So, it is not recommended for children less than 6 months of age. However, if the doctor has prescribed for the children more than 6 months Azikem 500 mg Tablet 3's can be used.

About Azikem 500 mg Tablet 3's

Azikem 500 mg Tablet 3's belongs to a group of medicines known as macrolide antibiotics. It is used to treat various respiratory system bacterial infections (like pneumonia, bronchitis, tonsillitis, pharyngitis and sinusitis), skin infections (like acne and rosacea), ear infections, and sexually transmitted infections. A bacterial infection is a condition in which bacteria grow in the body and cause infection. It can target any body part and multiple very quickly.

Azikem 500 mg Tablet 3's slows the growth or sometimes kills the harmful bacteria by preventing the production of proteins required by the bacteria for its survival. Azikem 500 mg Tablet 3's does not treat a viral infection like flu or a common cold.

Azikem 500 mg Tablet 3's should only be taken if advised by your doctor. It can be taken with or without food but should be consumed at a fixed time for the best results. Azikem 500 mg Tablet 3's should not be consumed more than the recommended dose, to avoid unpleasant side effects. And also, the course should be completed even if you feel better as it is an antibiotic. Some common side effects of Azikem 500 mg Tablet 3's are diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting, and indigestion. An allergic reaction such as rashes, itching, swelling, and shortness of breath can occur in rare cases. Please consult your doctor if an allergic reaction becomes severe.

Tell your doctor if you have liver problems, muscle problems (myasthenia gravis), heart rhythm disorder (arrhythmia), or electrolyte imbalance (low potassium or magnesium level). You should consult a doctor if you have had diarrhoea for more than four days. However, do not take any anti-diarrheal medicine until your doctor tells you. It is unknown whether Azikem 500 mg Tablet 3's harms the baby or passes into breast milk in pregnancy and breastfeeding state. Contacting a doctor before using Azikem 500 mg Tablet 3's during pregnancy and while breastfeeding is better. Avoid too much exposure to sunlight as Azikem 500 mg Tablet 3's can make your skin sensitive to sunburn. In this case, it is advisable to wear protective clothing or apply sunscreen (SPF 30 or higher) when you are outdoors.

Uses of Azikem 500 mg Tablet 3's

Bacterial infections

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Medicinal Benefits

Azikem 500 mg Tablet 3's slows the growth or sometimes kills the harmful bacteria by preventing the production of proteins required by the bacteria for its survival. It prevents and treats bacterial infections like throat and sinus infections, chest infections (like bronchitis and pneumonia), ear infections, mouth and dental infections, eye infections, skin and tissue infections (like acne), and stomach and intestinal infections. It is better tolerated and has more effective tissue penetration than other similar antibiotics like erythromycin. Doctors prescribe Azikem 500 mg Tablet 3's for people who are intolerant to penicillin antibiotics. Besides this, it also helps prevent infection following burns, surgery or dental procedure, sexually transmitted infections, bone infections or scarlet fever (bacterial illness with strep throat).

Directions for Use

Tablet/capsule: Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.Dispersible Tablet: Check the label for directions before use. Disperse the tablet in the prescribed amount of water and swallow the contents. Do not crush, chew or swallow as a whole.Suspension/Syrup: Shake the bottle well before use. Check the label for directions and take Azikem 500 mg Tablet 3's in doses as prescribed by your doctor with the help of a measuring cup.Powder/granules: Check the label for directions before use. Mix the powder/granules in water, mix well and drink immediately.

Side Effects of Azikem 500 mg Tablet 3's

  • Diarrhoea
  • Feeling or being sick (nausea or vomiting)
  • Stomach cramps
  • Loss of appetite
  • Bloating
  • Indigestion

Drug Warnings

Tell your doctor if you have liver problems (jaundice), muscle problems (myasthenia gravis), heart rhythm disorder (arrhythmia), or electrolyte imbalance (low potassium or magnesium level). In rare cases, the use of Azikem 500 mg Tablet 3's can cause diarrhoea, so if you have watery or bloody diarrhoea, stop taking Azikem 500 mg Tablet 3's and call your doctor. However, do not take any anti-diarrheal medicine until your doctor tells you. It is unknown whether Azikem 500 mg Tablet 3's harms the baby during pregnancy. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant, planning for pregnancy or breastfeeding before using Azikem 500 mg Tablet 3's. Do not take Azikem 500 mg Tablet 3's if allergic to azithromycin or other macrolide antibiotics. Inform the doctor if you are using cholesterol-lowering drugs (statins like simvastatin, lovastatin etc.), anti-gout or anti-arthritis drugs (colchicine) and medicine for treating overactive bladder (tolterodine). Azikem 500 mg Tablet 3's is not recommended for the patients with pneumonia who are judged to be inappropriate for oral therapy due to moderate to severe illness or risk factors.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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AzithromycinZiprasidone
Critical
AzithromycinChloroquine
Severe

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

Drug-Diseases Interactions

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No Drug - Disease interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • DOMPERIDONE
  • PIMOZIDE
  • AMISULPRIDE
  • ERGOTAMINE
  • DIHYDROERGOTAMINE
  • SIMVASTATIN
  • TOLTERODINE
  • COLCHICINE

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • It would be best to take probiotics after taking the full course of Azikem 500 mg Tablet 3's to restore some healthy bacteria in the intestine that may have been killed. Taking probiotics after antibiotic treatment can reduce the risk of antibiotic-associated diarrhoea. Certain fermented foods like yoghurt, cheese, sauerkraut and kimchi can help restore the intestine's good bacteria.
  • Include more fibre-enriched food in your diet, as it can be easily digested by gut bacteria which helps stimulate their growth. Thus fibre foods may help restore healthy gut bacteria after taking a course of antibiotics. Whole grains like whole-grain bread, and brown rice, should be included in your diet.
  • Avoid taking too much calcium enriched foods and drinks as it might affect the working of Azikem 500 mg Tablet 3's.
  • Avoid intake of alcoholic beverages with Azikem 500 mg Tablet 3's as it can make you dehydrated and affect your sleep. This can make it harder for your body to aid the Azikem 500 mg Tablet 3's in fighting off infections.

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